Special Education Team Chairperson-QRMHS SY 26

Qualifications: MA License as Special Education Teacher or related field and/or Special Education Administrator Minimum of 5 years working with special education students in a professional capacityStrong knowledge and application of Massachusetts and federal special education regulations and lawsStrong oral and written communication skillsAbility to prioritize and respond effectively within timelinesResponsibilities: Chair all building-based IEP Team meetingsSchedule all IEP meetings within mandated timelinesSupervise and help to complete all IEP paperwork within required timelinesAttend monthly Team Chair meetings with Director Maintain special education recordsEnsure all IEP paperwork is provided to parents within required timelinesSupervise the implementation of IEPs that have been accepted by parentsSupervise the completion and distribution of progress reportsWork collaboratively with Alternative Education staff and administration regarding placement of studentsWork collaboratively with outside agencies to plan for post-secondary transitionAssist in planning and proctoring for MCASAssist in assigning special education paraprofessional schedulesWork collaboratively with Department Chair of Guidance and Director to create student schedules according to their IEPs.Develop and maintain effective working relationships with regular education teachers, special education teachers, paraprofessionals and school and district administratorsAssume an active role in promoting and maintaining sound relationships with parents to strengthen home/school relationshipsAssist Director in meeting requirements of state and federal audits, Coordinated Performance Reviews, and Corrective Action PlansObserve high ethical and professional standards in the discharge of all responsibilitiesPerform other duties as are appropriate to the role of Team Chairperson as assigned by the Director of Student Support ServicesSalary: As per agreement between Quaboag Regional School District and the QEAClosing date: Open until filledStart date: August 25, 2025Quaboag Regional School District insures equal employment and educational opportunities for its employees and students. All programs, services, courses of study and activities are made available without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation or disability, in compliance with federal and state law.